1999 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Because 1999 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Safari | Journey |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |